Decades of research in social psychology and positive psychology have uncovered two important lessons about happiness and well-being: people can intentionally cultivate these emotions through science-based practices, and social connection is a major pillar for lasting happiness. Join us for this two-part online workshop to learn how you can enhance your own well-being through these …

A CLINICAL RESEARCH STUDY PROGRAM FOR MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER (MDD) If your current antidepressant medication(s) is/are not adequately improving symptoms of your MDD, you may be eligible for the AMPA PROGRAM. This program is researching an investigational drug to see if it is safe and whether it improves symptoms of MDD when taken with your …

Strategic Science to Promote Healthy Eating Policies SPEAKER Anna Grummon, PhD Assistant Professor , General Pediatrics, and, by courtesy, of Health Policy, Stanford School of Medicine SESSION DESCRIPTION This session will explore how food labeling policies shape what foods families buy, what companies sell, and ultimately how healthy we are. Dr. Anna Grummon will present …

As the new year begins, many of us set goals around food, fitness, and health – yet these resolutions often fade when fueled by fad diets, unrealistic expectations, or weight-focused pressure. Let’s rethink that together. Healthy eating doesn’t have to be restrictive or stressful. Grounded in science and self-compassion, it can be enjoyable, sustainable, and …

In a world filled with discord and loneliness, finding harmony and happiness can be difficult. According to Stanford professor Geoffrey L. Cohen, the answer is deceptively simple: belonging. Join us on Tues. January, 20 from 4-5pm at Levinthal Hall of the Stanford Humanities Center. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Professor Cohen as he shares insights from his acclaimed book, Belonging: The Science …

Relax + Center with Yoga Class with Diane Saenz. A traditional, easy-to-learn system of Hatha Yoga which encourages proper breathing and emphasizes relaxation.  A typical class includes breathing exercises, warm-ups, postures and deep relaxation.  The focus is on a systematic and balanced sequence that builds a strong foundation of basic asanas from which variations may …